1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 511 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
